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Zimbabwe’s transport sector has entered a stricter regulatory phase following the enforcement of Statutory Instrument 118 of 2023. The regulation makes speed monitoring and speed limiting devices mandatory for specific vehicle categories. For fleet operators, bus companies, logistics providers and commercial transporters, understanding these requirements is no longer optional — it is essential for legal operation.
At Yotracker the best tracking company in Zimbabwe, we help operators understand exactly what is required and how to remain compliant.Get a quote from us today
The law applies to:
Kombis
Buses
Coaches
Minibuses
Any vehicle carrying passengers for reward
Trucks
Haulage vehicles
Tippers
Freight carriers
Any vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) of 4,600kg or more
If your vehicle falls under these categories, compliance is mandatory before certification.
Two critical devices must be installed:
This records:
Speed history
Driver behaviour
Speed violations
Time and location data
It acts as a digital record that authorities may inspect.
This physically restricts the vehicle from exceeding a prescribed maximum speed.
These devices must:
Be approved under national standards
Be properly installed
Be inspected before vehicle certification
The Standards Association of Zimbabwe (SAZ) ensures that:
Devices meet national technical standards
Installers follow proper compliance procedures
Equipment is reliable and tamper-resistant
Only approved systems are accepted for certification purposes.
The Vehicle Inspection Department (VID):
Inspects the installed device
Verifies serial numbers and calibration
Confirms functionality
Issues a Certificate of Fitness only if compliant
Without VID approval, the vehicle cannot legally operate as a public service or heavy commercial vehicle.
Under current regulations:
Public Service Vehicles are generally limited to 100 km/h
Heavy commercial vehicles may be limited to 80–100 km/h depending on classification
These limits are enforced electronically through the installed speed limiter.
Failure to comply may result in:
Refusal of Certificate of Fitness
Denial of operator licence
Route authority cancellation
Fines and possible prosecution
Vehicle grounding
For commercial operators, this can lead to serious revenue losses.
Speed control is not just about legal obligation. It reduces:
Accident risk
Insurance exposure
Fuel consumption
Vehicle wear and tear
Legal liability
At Yotracker the best tracking company in Zimbabwe , we view compliance not as a cost — but as a strategic fleet protection investment.Get a free quote from us today
